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Optical Polishing Engineer - Pine Brook, NJ
 Kearfott Corporation | |
paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance, 401(k)
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 United States, New Jersey, Pine Brook | |
 Jun 24, 2025 | |
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Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.
We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a 'full service' provider. For more information visit our website at www.kearfott.com Optical Polishing Engineer Overview The Optical Polishing Engineer will support manufacturing precision optical components and systems. The ideal candidate will use their proven track record of engineering in grinding and polishing of glass and ceramic to implement workflow optimizations, process improvements, and documentation updates, with a strong focus on improving yield and throughput. In addition, they will use their strong communication skills to help diverse teams of engineers and technicians implement these solutions. Required Skills: Essential Functions * Determine manufacturing capacity across product lines. * Propose solutions to eliminate inefficiencies and bottlenecks, and implement these solutions. * Create and update work instructions and operation sheets that describe the manufacture of polished optical components, in accordance with AS9100 standards. * Train technicians and engineers to carry out documented manufacturing procedures. * Read and interpret outputs of metrology tools such as interferometers, autocollimators, etc. * Help to maintain the above metrology equipment * Help define key characteristics of product performance, and report on these characteristics at regular intervals. * Perform root cause analysis of production failures. * Work with vendors to obtain subassemblies and components for use in existing and new products. * Prepare and present reports on the above to management. Critical Competencies * Hands-on experience with all of the above is required: laser interferometers, autocollimators, planetary polishing machines (single-sided and double-sided). * Hands-on experience with at least one of the following is preferred: glass or ceramic machining, coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), thin-film deposition technologies, laser alignment, electronics assembly inertial navigation systems. * Capable of working independently as well as within a cross-functional team of both engineers and technicians. * Detail-oriented and a demonstrated background in process development and improvement. * Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as presentation skills required. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite required. * Past experience working with ERP systems required. * Familiarity with electrical/mechanical design software and computational software preferred. General Requirements * Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline from an accredited educational institution required, Master's degree preferred. * 5+ years' experience in an optical fabrication and polishing facility. * Previous experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment preferred. * Previous experience working in ISO9001/AS9100 certified manufacturing facilities preferred. * Previous experience working in cleanrooms (ISO Class 4 through Class 7) preferred. * Minimum Six Sigma Green Belt required. * Due to U.S. export control laws under ITAR, this position is only open to U.S. persons, which includes U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and certain protected individuals under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3). * Position is 100% on-site In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in New Jersey is $100,000 - $150,000 Annually. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency. Additionally, we offer a medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation and sick days, paid holidays, and a 9/80 work week with every other Friday off. Our work environment embraces our people as we enjoy monthly employee events that celebrates our workplace culture. Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans | |